A dynamic and disruptive policy expert with more than a decade of experience advising companies on international, federal, state, and local policy matters. Michael is currently the Director of Public Policy and Corporate Affairs for Bumble, where he leads their global policy and advocacy efforts, in addition to overseeing their social impact and responsible business efforts. Previously, he was the Northeast Government Relations Lead for Accenture, leading the development and implementation of government relations strategies that focused on elevating the company’s profile as an industry leader in the Health & Public Sector, with a particular focus on AI. Before that, he served as the Head of Legislative and Regulatory Policy (Transit, Bikes, & Scooters) at Lyft, where he drove policy development, engaged with government officials, and served as an essential advisor on an ever-expanding array of policy matters. He has a reputation for tearing down outmoded policies and building new structures to tackle first of their kind issues. Additionally he has held global government affairs roles at Altice USA, JPMorgan Chase & Co, and other Fortune 500 industry leaders. Michael is published in the fields of campaign finance, administrative law, and international urbanism, with his note “Text “Yes” to Give” being awarded the Morris P. Glushien Prize. Michael earned his J.D. from Cornell Law School, and his B.A. in English Literature and Urban & Global Studies from Trinity College.
Concordia Announces the Inaugural Washington, D.C. Forum
On September 16, 2026, leaders from government, business, civil society, and academia will convene for the inaugural Concordia Washington, D.C. Forum, a new gathering built to explore the geopolitical, economic, and strategic developments shaping
